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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.

Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of the Hot Surface that may be hot if it is touched during the normal operation.

For customers in the United States

Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. _____________________________________________________

Serial No. ______________________________________________________

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus near water.6) Clean only with dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

WARNING

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12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.

NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.– Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord should be connected to the apparatus and the speakers in accordance with the following instructions.1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS. 2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the

speaker cord.3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and

the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS before disconnecting the speaker cord from the apparatus and the speakers.

For customers in Europe

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Notice for customers: The following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives.The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

About This Manual• The instructions in this manual are for models

STR-DH720 and STR-DH720HP. The model number is located at the lower right front panel of the receiver. The illustrations used in this manual are of the USA model and they may be different from your model. Any differences in operation are marked in the manual as “Europe model only”.

• The instructions in this manual describe the operation of the receiver with the supplied remote control. You can also use the control buttons on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote control.

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.* Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

“x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)” and “x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)” logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

On copyrights

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The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver is provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD. These names are the trademarks of MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD., and the copyright of the font also belongs to MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

All other trademarks and registered trademarks are of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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Table of ContentsAbout This Manual........................................4Supplied accessories......................................7Description and location of parts...................9Getting started .............................................17

Connections1: Installing the speakers .............................182: Connecting the speakers ..........................203: Connecting the TV ..................................224a: Connecting the video equipment ...........234b: Connecting the audio equipment...........315: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............326: Connecting the AC power cord

(mains lead) ............................................32

Preparing the ReceiverInitializing the receiver ................................33Setting the speakers .....................................33Using AUTO CALIBRATION ....................34Guide to on-screen display operation ..........39

Basic OperationsPlaying an input source equipment..............41Playing an iPhone/iPod................................43Playing a USB device ..................................46Recording using the receiver .......................48

Tuner OperationsListening to FM/AM radio ..........................49Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning) .......................................50Receiving RDS broadcasts ..........................51

(Europe model only)

Enjoying Surround SoundSelecting the sound field..............................52Resetting sound fields to the default

settings....................................................56

“BRAVIA” Sync FeaturesWhat is “BRAVIA” Sync? .......................... 56Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync ............. 57Playing back equipment with one-touch

operation (One-Touch Play)................... 58Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver (System Audio Control)......................... 58

Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power-Off) ............................... 59

Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 59

Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected scene (Scene Select)............................... 60

Other OperationsSwitching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE) .................................... 60Using the sound/images from other inputs

(Input Assign) ........................................ 61

Adjusting SettingsUsing the Settings menu ............................. 63Speaker Settings menu................................ 64Surround Settings menu.............................. 67EQ Settings menu ....................................... 67Audio Settings menu................................... 68HDMI Settings menu .................................. 68System Settings menu................................. 69Operating without connecting to a TV ....... 70

Using the Remote ControlReassigning the input button....................... 74Resetting the input buttons.......................... 75

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Additional InformationPrecautions .................................................. 76Troubleshooting .......................................... 77Specifications .............................................. 84Index............................................................ 86

Supplied accessories• Operating Instructions (this manual)• Quick Setup Guide• GUI Menu List• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• Remote control (1) – RM-AAU106 (USA and Canada models

only)– RM-AAU107 (Other models)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)

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Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching 3 and # on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control.

Notes• Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot

or humid place.• Do not use a new battery with old ones.• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of

batteries.• Do not expose the remote control sensor to direct

sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you do not intend to use the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons may be reset to their default settings. If this happens, reassign the input buttons (page 74).

• When the receiver no longer responds to the remote control, replace all the batteries with new ones.

Inserting batteries into the remote control

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Description and location of parts

A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 33, 50, 56, 75)

B TONE, TONE MODE (page 67)

C INPUT SELECTOR (page 42, 48, 60, 61)

DDisplay panel (page 10)

ERemote control sensorReceives signals from remote control.

FDISPLAY (page 51, 74)

GDIMMERAdjusts the brightness of the display panel in 3 levels.

HMASTER VOLUME (page 41, 42, 66)

IMUTING (page 42)

JVIDEO 2 IN jacks (page 29)

K iPhone/iPod terminals (page 28)Connects the (USB) port and the video jack to output audio/video from iPhone/iPod.

L (USB) port (page 31)

MAUTO CAL MIC jack (page 35)

N 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/HD-D.C.S., MUSIC (page 52)

O TUNING MODE, TUNING +/–, MEMORY/ENTERPress to operate a tuner (FM/AM).

P INPUT MODE (page 60)

Q PHONES jack (page 24, 77)

R SPEAKERSTurns the speaker system on or off (page 21).

Front panel

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Indicators on the display panel

LH LFE NEO:6DTS-HD MSTR HI RES LBR

PL II x zHDMI -ESDTS TrueHD96/24SLEEP

D.RANGESTRDS

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A Playback channel indicatorsThe letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. Based on the speaker settings, the box around the letter(s) vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound.

LHRHL RCSL SR S

SBL SBR SB

Front Left HighFront Right HighFront LeftFront RightCenter (monaural)Surround LeftSurround RightSurround (monaural or the surround equipment obtained by Pro Logic processing)Surround Back LeftSurround Back RightSurround Back (the surround back equipment obtained by 6.1 channel decoding)

Example:Speaker pattern: 3/0.1Recording format: 3/2.1Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

B SWLights up when the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack.

CLights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.

LFESW

L C R

SL SR

LFE

D Input indicatorLights up to indicate the current input.

HDMI– The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO”, and

when the receiver recognizes the equipment connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 23).

– TV input detected Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals.

COAXThe INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” or “COAX”, and when the source signal is a digital signal through the COAXIAL jack (page 60).OPTThe INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” or “OPT”, and when the source signal is a digital signal through the OPTICAL jack (page 60).

E DTS(-ES) indicatorLights up the respective indicator when the receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS format signals.

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96/24

DTS DTS-ESDTS 96 kHz/24 bit

NoteWhen playing a DTS format disc, make sure that you have completed the digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 60) or “A. DIRECT” is not selected.

F NEO:6Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 53).

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G Dolby Pro Logic indicatorLights up the respective indicator when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals.

PL PL II PL IIx PL IIz

Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic IIDolby Pro Logic IIxDolby Pro Logic IIz

NoteThese indicators may not light up depending on the speaker pattern setting.

H Dolby Digital Surround indicatorLights up the respective indicator when the receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals.

D D EX D+ TrueHD

Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Surround EXDolby Digital PlusDolby TrueHD

NoteWhen playing a Dolby Digital format disc, make sure that you have completed the digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 60) or “A. DIRECT” is not selected.

I SLEEPLights up when the Sleep Timer is activated.

J D.RANGELights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 66).

K Tuning indicatorsLights up when the receiver tunes to a radio station. STStereo broadcastRDS (Europe model only)Tuned to a station with RDS services.

Preset station number (The number will change according to the preset station you select.)

L LPCMLights up when the receiver is decoding the Linear PCM signals.

M DTS-HD indicatorLights up the respective indicator when the receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD format signals.

DTS-HD MSTRDTS-HD HI RES

DTS-HD LBR

DTS-HD Master AudioDTS-HD High Resolution AudioDTS-HD Low Bit Rate Audio

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Rear panel

41

1 1, 2 23

A Audio signal section

DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 22, 26, 27, 28, 29)

HDMI IN/OUT

OPTICAL IN

COAXIAL IN

ANALOG INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 20, 22, 26, 27, 29, 31)

AUDIO IN/OUT

AUDIO OUT

White (L)

Red (R)

Black

BVideo signal section*The image quality depends on the connecting jack.

DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 22, 26, 27, 28, 29)

HDMI IN/OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 22, 26, 27)

Y, PB, PR IN/OUT

COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 22, 27, 29)

VIDEO IN/OUT

CANTENNA section

FM ANTENNA jack (page 32)

AM ANTENNA terminals (page 32)

High quality image

Green(Y)

Blue(PB)

Red(PR)

Yellow

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* You must connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 22).

Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is assigned to operate Sony audio/video equipment. You can reassign the input button to match the equipment connected to your receiver (page 74).

• RM-AAU106 (USA and Canada models only)

• RM-AAU107 (Other models)

DSPEAKERS section (page 20) Remote control

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To use the buttons printed in pinkHold down SHIFT (O), then press the button printed in pink that you want to use.Example: Hold down SHIFT (O), then press ENT/MEM (C).

To control the receiverB ?/1* (on/standby)

Turns the receiver on or sets it to standby mode.

Saving the power in standby modeWhen “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF” (page 68).

C Input buttons**Selects the equipment you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are assigned to control Sony equipment.

Numeric buttons**Hold down SHIFT (O), then press numeric buttons to preset or tune to the preset stations.

ENT/MEM Hold down SHIFT (O), then press ENT/MEM to stores a station during tuner operation.

E INPUT MODE Selects the input mode when the same equipment is connected to both digital and analog jacks.

F DISPLAYViews information on the display panel.

I GUI MODEDisplays the GUI menu on the TV screen.

SHIFT

ENT/MEM

2Press

1Hold down

J

Press V/v/B /b to select the settings, then press to enter/confirm the selection.

K TOOLS/OPTIONSDisplays and selects items from the option menus.

L MENU/HOMEPress AMP (Y), then press MENU/HOME to display the menu to operate the receiver.

M TUNING +/–Scans a station.

PRESET +/–Selects preset stations.

D.TUNINGEnters direct tuning mode.

N SOUND FIELD +**/–Selects a sound field.

O SHIFTChanges the remote control button function to activate the buttons printed in pink (page 14).

Q MASTER VOL +/– or +/– Adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time.

R MUTING or Turns off the sound temporarily. Press MUTING or again to restore the sound.

S RETURN/EXIT OReturns to the previous menu.

W SLEEPSets the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.Each time you press this button, the display changes cyclically as follows:

0-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 2-00-00 t

OFF

When Sleep Timer is being used, “SLEEP” indicator lights up in the display panel.

TipTo check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display panel. If you press SLEEP again, the Sleep Timer will be canceled.

X AUTO VOLAdjusts the volume automatically depending on the input signal or content from the connected equipment (ADVANCED AUTO VOLUME function).This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than the TV programs.

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To control a Sony TVHold down TV (P), then press the button printed in yellow to select the function you want.Example: Hold down TV (P), then press TV CH + or PROG + (N).

* If you press AV ?/1 (A) and ?/1 (B) simultaneously, the receiver and connected equipment will turn off (SYSTEM STANDBY). The function of the AV ?/1 (A) changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (C).

**The 5/VIDEO 2, AUDIO/ , N and TV CH +/SOUND FIELD+/PROG+/c buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

Notes• Be sure to reduce the volume level before you

turn off this function.• As this function is available only when Dolby

Digital, DTS or Linear PCM signals are input, the sound may suddenly increase when you switch to other formats.

• This function does not work in the following cases.– Linear PCM signals with a sampling

frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received.

AUTO CALHold down SHIFT (O), then press AUTO CAL to activate the Auto Calibration function.

NoteThis button is not available when the receiver is in “GUI MODE”.

Y AMPActivates the receiver operation.

A TV ?/1 (on/standby)Turns the TV on or off.

C Numeric buttons**Selects the TV channels.

ENT/MEMEnters the selections.

CLEARUse with the numeric buttons to select the channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. For example, to select 2.1, press 2, CLEAR, and 1.

TV CH +/PROG +

TV

1Hold down

2Press

(Previous channel)Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds).

/ (Text)Displays text information.

F DISPLAYDisplays information related to the current TV program.

/ (Info/Text reveal)Displays information such as current channel number and screen mode.Reveals hidden information (e.g. answers to a quiz) while in the text mode.

H Color buttonsDisplays an operation guide on the TV screen when the color buttons are available. Follow the operation guide to perform a selected operation.

K TOOLS/OPTIONSDisplays the TV function options.

L MENU/HOMEDisplays the TV menus.

N TV CH +**/– or PROG +**/–Scans for the preset TV channels.

c**/CSelects the next or previous page while in the text mode.

Q TV VOL +/– or +/– Adjusts the TV volume.

R MUTING or Activates the TV’s muting function.

S RETURN/EXIT OReturns to the previous TV menu.

T GUIDE or Display the on-screen program guide.

V AUDIO** or ** Changes the dual sound mode.

Z INPUT or (Input select)Selects the input signal (TV or video).

(Text hold) Holds the current page while in the text mode.

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To control other Sony equipmentBe sure to hold down SHIFT (O) to activate the buttons printed in pink (page 14).

* If you press AV ?/1 (A) and ?/1 (B) simultaneously, the receiver and connected equipment will turn off (SYSTEM STANDBY). The function of the AV ?/1 (A) changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (C).

**The 5/VIDEO 2, AUDIO/ , N and TV CH +/SOUND FIELD+/PROG+/c buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

Notes• The above explanation is intended to serve as

examples.• Depending on the model of your connected

equipment, some functions explained in this section may not work with the supplied remote control.

Name Blu-ray Disc, DVD player

Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner

VCR CD player USB device, iPhone/iPod

A AV ?/1* Power Power Power Power –

C Numeric buttons** Track Channel Channel Track –

ENT/MEM Enter Enter Enter Enter Enter

CLEAR Clear Clear – Track >10 –

D iPhone CTRL – – – – iPhone/iPod control mode

F DISPLAY Display Display Display Display Display

G POP UP/MENU Menu – – – –

H Color buttons Menu, guide Menu, guide – – –

J Enter Enter Enter – Enter

V/v/B/b Select Select Select – Select

K TOOLS/OPTIONS Options menu Options menu – – Options menu

L MENU/HOME Menu Menu Menu – Menu

M m/M Search forward, backward

– Fast forward, rewind

Fast forward, rewind

Fast forward, rewind

N** Play – Play Play Play

./> Skip track – Search index Skip track Skip track

X Pause – Pause Pause Pause

x Stop – Stop Stop Stop

FOLDER +/– – – – – Select folder

S RETURN/ EXIT O

Return Return, exit – – Return

T GUIDE or Program schedule

Guide menu – – –

U TOP MENU On-screen guide

– – – –

V AUDIO** or**

Audio – – – –

Z INPUT Select input – Select input – –

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Getting startedYou can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps below.

Installing and connecting the speakers (page 18, 20)

Checking the connection appropriate for your equipment

Connecting the TV and video equipment (page 22, 23)The image quality depends on the connecting jack. See the illustration below. Select the connection according to the jacks on your equipment.We recommend that you connect your video components via HDMI connection if they have HDMI jacks.

Connecting the audio equipment (page 31)

HDMI VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

Y

PB/CB

PR/CR

Analog

High quality image

Digital

Setting the audio output settings on the connected equipmentTo output multi channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the connected equipment.For a Blu-ray Disc player, check that “Audio (HDMI)”, “Dolby Digital (Coaxial/Optical)”, and “DTS (Coaxial/Optical)” are set to “Auto”, “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” respectively (as of September 2010).For a PlayStation 3, check that “BD/DVD Audio Output Format (HDMI)” is set to “Bitstream” (with system software version 3.5).For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

Preparing the receiverSee “6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 32) and “Initializing the receiver” (page 33).

Setting the speakersSelect the speaker pattern (page 33), then perform Auto Calibration (page 34).

NoteYou can check the speaker connection using “Test Tone” (page 65). If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection and make the settings explained above again.

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1: Installing the speakersThis receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer).

Example of speaker system configuration

AFront speaker (Left)BFront speaker (Right)CCenter speakerDSurround speaker (Left)ESurround speaker (Right)FSurround back speaker (Left)*GSurround back speaker (Right)*HFront high speaker (Left)*IFront high speaker (Right)*JSubwoofer

* You cannot use the surround back speakers and the front high speakers simultaneously.

5.1 channel speaker system To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer.

7.1 channel speaker system using surround back speakersYou can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format by connecting additional one surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel).

7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakersYou can enjoy vertical sound effects by connecting additional two front high speakers in PLIIz mode (page 53).

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Tips• When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system
with two surround back speakers, all the angles A should be the same.

• When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system with two front high speakers, place the front high speakers– at an angle between 22° to 45°.– at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) directly above the front

speakers.

• When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position.

• Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.

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2: Connecting the speakers

10 mm(13/32")

1

2

2 4

3

3

4

Right Left

Right

AMonaural audio cord (not supplied)BSpeaker cord (not supplied)

LeftRight

Center speaker

B

Left

B

B

Surround speaker

Subwoofer *

B

A

Surround back/Front high speaker **

Front speaker

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* When you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be output.

**If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH L terminals.

Notes• You can turn on or off the speaker system with the

SPEAKERS button (page 9).• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the

AC power cord (mains lead).• Before connecting the AC power cord (mains

lead), make sure that metallic wires of the speaker cords are not touching each other within the SPEAKERS terminals.

• After you have install and connect your speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from the Speaker Settings menu (page 33).

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3: Connecting the TVYou can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. You can operate this receiver using a GUI (Graphical User Interface) if you connect HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV.

ARC

TV

A

Audio/Videosignals

Audio signals Video signals

B* C D E*

or or

**

AAudio cord (not supplied)BOptical digital cord (not supplied)CComponent video cord (not supplied)DVideo cord (not supplied)EHDMI cable (not supplied)

Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.

Recommended connectionAlternative connection

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* To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel
surround sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, connect B or E. Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting function.

**If you connect the receiver to the Audio Return Channel (ARC) compatible TV, the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver via the HDMI TV OUT jack. Be sure to set the “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON” in HDMI Settings menu (page 57). If you want to select an audio signal using other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical digital cord or an audio cord), switch the audio input mode using INPUT MODE (page 60).

Notes• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the

AC power cord (mains lead).• Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and

audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

• Connect a TV monitor or a projector to the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. You may not be able to record, even if you connect recording equipment.

• Depending on the status of the connection between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the TV screen may be distorted. If this is the case, place the antenna (aerial) farther away from the receiver.

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tips• All the digital audio jacks are compatible with

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

• The receiver has a video conversion function. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 30).

• When you connect the audio output jack of the TV to the TV IN jacks of the receiver to output the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, set the sound output jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it can be switched between either “Fixed” or “Variable”.

4a: Connecting the video equipment

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format.By connecting Sony “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible equipment using HDMI cables, operations can be simplified. See ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 56).

HDMI features• A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI

can be output from the speakers connected to the receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver” (page 55).

• The receiver can receive Multi Channel Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with an HDMI connection.

• Analog video signals input to the receiver’s VIDEO jack or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals (page 30). Audio signals are not output from an HDMI TV OUT jack while the image is converted.

• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour), x.v.Color (x.v.Colour) and 3D transmission.

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Notes on HDMI connections• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack

is output through the SPEAKERS terminals, HDMI TV OUT jack and PHONES jack. It is not output through any other audio jacks.

• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output through the HDMI TV OUT jack. The video input signals cannot be output through the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT jacks.

• The audio and video signals of HDMI input are not output from the HDMI TV OUT jack while the GUI menu is displayed.

• When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set the “Audio Out” to “TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 69). If you cannot play back multi channel audio source, set to “AMP”. However, the sound will not output through the TV speaker.

• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not input and output.

• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a Super Audio CD are not output.

• Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. If you set the “Pass Through” to “OFF”, video and audio signals will not be transmitted when the power is turned off.

• Audio signals (format, sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by the connected equipment. Check the setup of the connected equipment if the image is poor or the sound does not come out of the equipment connected via the HDMI cable.

• Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency, the number of channels or audio format of audio output signals from the playback equipment is switched.

• When the connected equipment is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may be lost. If this is the case, check the specification of the connected equipment.

• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Multi Channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection.

• Set the image resolution of the playback equipment to more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD).

• The image resolution of the playback equipment may need to be at certain settings before you can enjoy Multi Channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.

• To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible TV and video equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI cables, put on 3D glasses, and then play back a 3D-compatible content.

• Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D images may not be displayed.

• Not every HDMI equipment supports all functions that are defined by the specific HDMI version. For example, equipment that support HDMI, version 1.4, may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC).

• Refer to the operating instructions of each connected equipment for details.

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• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

• It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect according to the availability of jacks on the connected equipment.

• Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D images may not be displayed properly.

• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D equipment, the sound and/or the image may be lost. Connect a separate audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 61) when the sound is not output correctly.

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

TipAll the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

If you want to connect several digital equipment, but cannot find an unused inputSee “Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)” (page 61).

Converting video signalsThis receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 30).

When connecting cords

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AHDMI cable (not supplied)Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.

BCoaxial digital cord (not supplied)COptical digital cord (not supplied)DComponent video cord (not supplied)


* When you connect the equipment equipped with an OPTICAL jack, set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 61).

NoteBe sure to change the default setting of the BD/DVD input buttons on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see “Reassigning the input button” (page 74).

Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player

Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player

A C

Video signalsAudio signals

D

or

Audio/video signals

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BComponent video cord (not supplied)CVideo cord (not supplied)DAudio cord (not supplied)EOptical digital cord (not supplied)


Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner

B

Audio/video signals Audio signals

Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner

or or

Video signals

A C D E

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PlayStation 3

A

Audio/video signals

Connecting an iPhone, iPod for video contents

A

AApple Composite AV cable (not supplied)

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AAudio cord (not supplied)BVideo cord (not supplied)CHDMI cable (not supplied)

Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.

DAudio/video cord (not supplied)

* If you want to record, you must make this connection (page 48).

NoteBe sure to change the default setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Reassigning the input button” (page 74).

Connecting other equipment

DVD recorder, VCR

A

Camcorder,video game

D

Audio signals Video signals

C

Audio/video signals

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Function for conversion of video signalsThe receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals.Video signals and component video signals can be output as HDMI video signals (HDMI TV OUT jack only). As the default setting, video signals input from the connected equipment are output as shown in the table with solid arrows.

: Same type of signal as that of the input signal is output.: Video signals are upconverted and output.

Notes on converting video signals• When video signals from a VCR, etc., are up

converted on this receiver and then viewed on your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output, the image on the TV screen may appear distorted horizontally or no image can be seen.

• If you are using an image improvement circuitry with your VCR, it may impact the video signal conversion. It is recommended to turn off this function on your VCR.

• Converted HDMI image output does not support x.v.Color (x.v.Colour), Deep Color (Deep Colour) and 3D.

• HDMI video signals cannot be converted to component video signals and video signals.

• The converted video signals are output through the HDMI TV OUT jack.

• The resolution of the signals output to the HDMI TV OUT jack are converted up to 1080i.

To connect a recording equipmentWhen recording, connect the recording equipment to the VIDEO OUT jacks of the receiver. Connect cords for input and output signals to the same type of jack, as VIDEO OUT jacks do not have an up-conversion function.

NoteSignals output from the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks may not be recorded properly.

INPUT jack OUTPUT jack

HDMI IN

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

HDMI TV OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT

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4b: Connecting the audio equipment

Connecting a Super Audio CD player, CD player

Super Audio CD player, CD player

AAudio cord (not supplied)

A

Connecting an iPhone, iPod, USB device

AUSB cable (not supplied)

iPhone, iPod, USB device

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5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Notes• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop

antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment.

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).

• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.

6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet.

NoteBe sure to turn the receiver on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

AC power cord (mains lead)

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Initializing the receiverBefore using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to revert back to the factory default settings. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation.

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.The “CLEARING” appears on the display panel for a while, then changes to “CLEARED”.Changes or adjustments made to the settings are now reset to the defaults.

Setting the speakers

Select the speaker pattern according to the speaker system which you are using.

1 Press GUI MODE.After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “ Settings”, then press or b.The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

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3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Speaker”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “SP Pattern”, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the speaker pattern you want, then press .

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Using AUTO CALIBRATIONThis receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows:• Check the connection between each speaker

and the receiver.• Adjust the speaker level.• Measure the distance of each speaker from

your seating position.*• Measure the speaker size.*• Measure the frequency characteristics.*

* The measurement result is not utilized when “A. DIRECT” is selected.

The DCAC is designed to achieve proper sound balance for your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your preference. For details, see “Test Tone” (page 65).

Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following items. • Set up and connect the speakers (page 18,

20).• Connect only the supplied optimizer

microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. Do not connect any other microphones to this jack.

• Make sure the speaker output is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 9).

• Disconnect the headphones.• Remove any obstacles in the path between

the optimizer microphone and the speakers to avoid measurement errors.

• Get accurate measurement by making sure the environment is free from noise and quiet.

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• The speakers emit very loud sound during the calibration and the volume cannot be adjusted. Provide consideration to your neighborhood and to the children in presence.

• If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will shut off automatically.

• The correct measurements may not be able to take or Auto Calibration cannot be performed when special speakers, such as dipole speakers are used.

1 Select the speaker pattern (page 33).If you connect front high speakers, select the speaker pattern that has front high speakers (5/x.x or 4/x.x) each time you perform Auto Calibration. Otherwise, the characteristics of the front high speakers cannot be measured.

2 Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

3 Set up the optimizer microphone.Place the optimizer microphone at your seating position. Use a stool or tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at the same height as your ears.

Confirm active subwoofer setup• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the

subwoofer and turn up the volume prior to activating the subwoofer. Turn the LEVEL to just before the mid-point.

• If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to maximum.

• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set it to off (deactivated).

NoteDepending on the characteristics of the subwoofer you are using, the setup distance value may be different from the actual position.

Setting up the Auto Calibration

Optimizer microphone

Example of using surround back speakers

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1 Press GUI MODE.After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen.Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “ Settings”, then press or b.The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Auto Cal.”, then press or b.

4 Press B/b repeatedly to select “Standard”, then press .The calibration type is automatically set to “Engineer”.

5 Press to select “START”.

6 The measurement starts in five seconds.The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds with a test tone.When the measurement ends, a beep sounds and the screen switches.

NoteIf an error code appears on the screen, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 38).

Performing Auto Calibration

V/v/B/b,

GUI MODE

MENU

MASTER VOL +/–/2 +/–

Input buttons

?/1

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7 Press V/v repeatedly to select the item you want, then press

.• Retry: Performs the Auto Calibration

again.• Save: Save the measurement results and

exits the setting process.• Warning: Displays warning related to

the measurement results. See “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 38).

• Exit: Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results.

8 Save the measurement result.Select “Save” in step 7.

NoteYou can select the calibration type you want by using the “Custom” Auto Calibration (page 38).

9 Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the receiver.

NoteIf you reposition your speaker, we recommend that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the surround sound.

Tips• You can change the unit of distance in “Distance

Unit” in the Speaker settings menu (page 66).• The size of a speaker (“Large”/“Small”) is

determined by the low frequency characteristics. The measurement results may vary, depending on the position of the optimizer microphone and speakers, and the shape of the room. It is recommended that you apply the measurement results. However, you can change those settings in the Speaker Settings menu. Save the measurement results first, then try to change the settings.

To cancel Auto CalibrationThe Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you perform the following during the measurement process:– Press ?/1.– Press the input buttons on the remote control

or turn the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

– Press MUTING or .– Press SPEAKERS on the receiver.– Change the volume level.– Connect the headphones.– Press SHIFT, then press AUTO CAL again.

To check error code or warning message obtained in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 36), proceed with the following steps.

Press V/v to select “Warning” in step 7 in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 36) then press

.If a warning message appears, check the message and use the receiver without change.Or if necessary, perform Auto Calibration again.

When “Error Code” appearsCheck the error and perform Auto Calibration again.

1 Press to select “ENTER”.“RETRY ?” appears on the TV screen.

2 Press B/b to select “YES”, then press .

3 Repeat step 6 to 9 in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 36).

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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement

TipDepending on the position of the subwoofer, the measurement results may vary. However, there will be no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value.

You can customize the Auto Calibration by selecting the calibration type you want.


2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “ Settings”, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Auto Cal.”, then press or b.

4 Press B/b repeatedly to select “Custom”, then press .

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the calibration type you want, then press .• Full Flat: Makes the measurement of

frequency from each speaker flat.• Engineer: Sets to “the Sony listening

room standard” frequency characteristics.

• Front Reference: Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speaker.

• Off: Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level to off.

6 Press to confirm the selected calibration type.

7 Follow steps 5 to 9 in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 36).

Display and explanation

Error Code 31The SPEAKERS is set to off. Set to other speaker settings (page 9) and perform the Auto Calibration again.

Error Code 32None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform the Auto Calibration again. If the optimizer microphone is connected properly but the error code still appears, the optimizer microphone cable may be damaged.

Error Code 33• None of the front speakers are connected or only

one front speaker is connected.• The optimizer microphone is not connected.• Either the surround left or surround right speaker

is not connected.• Surround back speakers or front high speakers are

connected even though surround speakers are not connected. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SPEAKERS SURROUND terminals.

• The surround back speaker is connected only to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH R terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH L terminals.

• Either the front left high or front right high speaker is not connected.

Warning 40The measurement process has completed with high noise level detection. You may be able to achieve better results if you try in a quiet environment again.

Warning 41Warning 42The input from the microphone is too big.• The distance between the speaker and the

microphone may be too close. Set them apart and perform the measurement again.

Warning 43The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.

No WarningThere is no warning information.

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Guide to on-screen display operationYou can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing V/v/B/b and on the remote control.To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE” following the steps in “To turn “GUI MODE” on and off” (page 39).

1 Switch the input of the TV so that an image of the menu is displayed.


3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a menu you want, then press or b to enter the menu.The menu item list appears on the TV screen.Example: When you select “ Input”.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu item you want to adjust, then press to enter the menu item.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select the parameter you want.

To return to the previous screenPress RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menuPress MENU.

To turn “GUI MODE” on and offPress GUI MODE. “GUI ON” or “GUI OFF” appears on the display panel, depending on the mode selected.

Using the menu

V/v/B/b, GUI MODE

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When you press TOOLS/OPTIONS, the option menus for the selected main menu are displayed. You can select a related function without reselecting the menu.


2 Press V/v repeatedly to select a menu you want, then press or b to enter the menu.The menu item list appears on the TV screen.Example: When you select “ Input”.

3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while the menu item list is displayed.The option menu appears.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the option menu item you want, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the parameter you want, then press .

To exit the option menuPress MENU.

Menu icon Description

Input Selects the input source equipment connected to the receiver (page 41).

Music Selects the music from iPhone/iPod (page 43) or USB device (page 46).

Video Selects the video from iPhone/iPod (page 43).

FM/AM Selects the built-in FM/AM radio (page 49).

Settings You can adjust the settings of the speakers, the surround effect, equalizer, audio and other inputs connected to the HDMI jacks (page 63).

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1 Press GUI MODE.Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Input”, then press or b.

The menu item list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select the equipment you want, then press .The menu screen disappears and the playback screen of the external input appears.The input that can be selected: • BD/DVD: Blu-ray Disc player or DVD

player, etc., connected to the BD/DVD jack.

• GAME: PlayStation 3, etc., connected to the GAME jack.

• SAT/CATV: Satellite tuner, etc., connected to the SAT/CATV jack.

• VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2: VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack.

• TV: TV connected to the TV jack. • SA-CD/CD: Super Audio CD or CD

player, etc., connected to the SA-CD/CD jack.

4 Turn on the equipment and start playback.

5 Press MASTER VOL +/– or 2 +/– to adjust the volume.You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to enjoy the surround sound.You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/HD-D.C.S. or MUSIC button on the receiver. For details, see page 52.

Basic Operations

V/v/B/b, GUI MODE

MENU

TOOLS/OPTIONS

MUTING/

MASTER VOL +/–/2 +/–

Input buttons

?/1

SOUND FIELD +/–

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Tips• You can turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver

or press input buttons on the remote control to select the equipment you want.

• You can adjust the volume differently depending on the speed you turn the MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. To turn the volume up or down quickly: turn the knob quickly. To make fine adjustment: turn the knob slowly.

• You can adjust the volume differently depending on the length of time you press and hold the MASTER VOL +/– or 2 +/– on the remote control. To turn the volume up or down quickly: press and hold the button. To make a fine adjustment: press the button and release it immediately.

To activate the muting functionPress MUTING or .The muting function will be canceled when you do the following.• Press MUTING or again.• Increase the volume.• Turn off the receiver.• Perform Auto Calibration.

To avoid damaging your speakersBefore you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume level.

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it.It is more recognizable having the equipment named on the display than the jacks.

1 Select the input you want to name from “ Input” screen.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.The option menu appears.

3 Select “Name Input”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a character, then press b.You can move the input position backward and forward by pressing B/b.

5 Repeat step 4 to input a character one by one, then press .The name you entered is registered.

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Playing an iPhone/iPodYou can enjoy music/video contents from the iPhone/iPod by connecting it to the iPhone/iPod terminals on the receiver.For details on connecting the iPhone/iPod, see 28, 31.

You can use the following iPod/iPhone models on this receiver. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using it.

Notes• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when using

an iPod/iPhone connected to this receiver.• This product has been designed specifically to work with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet Apple

performance standards.

Compatible iPod/iPhone models

iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPhoneiPhone 4

iPod touch1st generation

iPod touch2nd generation

iPod classic

iPod nano4th generation

(video)

iPod nano5th generation (video camera)

iPod nano3rd generation

(video)

iPod touch3rd generation

iPod nano2nd generation

(aluminum)

iPod touch4th generation

iPod nano6th generation

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You can select the iPhone/iPod control mode using the GUI menu or iPhone CTRL on the remote control.You can use the GUI menu to browse contents on the iPhone/iPod.You can also control all operations by viewing the information on the display panel when “GUI MODE” is turned off.


2 Select “ Music” or “ Video”, then press or b.When the iPhone or iPod is connected, “iPhone/iPod” appears on the TV screen.


4 Select “System GUI” or “iPod”, then press .

1 Make sure that “System GUI” is selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPhone/iPod control mode” (page 44).

2 Press to select “iPhone/iPod”.

3 Select the content you want from the contents list, then press or b.The selected content starts playback and the information of music/video contents appears on the TV screen.

NoteThe video signals from iPhone/iPod are up converted on this receiver and then viewed on your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output.For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 30).

To select the playback modeYou can change the playback mode using the TOOLS/OPTIONS on the remote control.• Repeat: Off / One / All• Shuffle: Off / Songs / Albums• Audiobooks: Slower / Normal / Faster

1 Make sure that “iPod” is selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPhone/iPod control mode” (page 44).

2 Press to select “iPhone/iPod”.

Selecting the iPhone/iPod control mode

V/v/b, GUI MODE

MENU

TOOLS/OPTIONS

iPhone CTRL

Operating the iPhone/iPod using “System GUI” mode

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3 Select the content you want using iPhone/iPod menu.For details on operating the iPhone/iPod, refer to the operating instructions supplied with iPhone/iPod.

To operate the iPhone/iPod using the remote controlYou can operate the iPhone/iPod using the following buttons on the remote control of the receiver.

Press USB before you use the following buttons.

Notes on iPhone/iPod• The iPhone/iPod is charged when connected

to the receiver while the receiver is turned on.

• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPhone/iPod.

• Do not remove the iPhone/iPod during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the iPhone/iPod, turn the receiver off when connecting or removing the iPhone/iPod.

iPhone/iPod message list

Press Operation

N Starts play.

X, x Pauses play.

m/M Fast reverses or forwards.

./> Goes to the previous/next file.

, b Enters the selected item.

MENU, RETURN, B

Returns to previous display/folder hierarchy.

V/v Selects the previous/next item.

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m/M

X x

N

V/v/B/b,

USB

MENU

RETURN/EXIT O

Message and explanation

ReadingThe receiver is recognizing and reading information of the iPhone or iPod.

LoadingThe receiver is loading information of the iPhone or iPod.

No SupportAn unsupported iPhone or iPod is connected, or an unknown device is connected.

No DeviceNo iPhone or iPod is connected.

No Music / No VideoNo music or video was found.

HP No SupportNo sound is output from the headphones when iPhone or iPod is connected.

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Playing a USB deviceYou can enjoy music from the USB device by connecting it to the (USB) port on the receiver.For details on connecting a USB device, see “Connecting an iPhone, iPod, USB device” (page 31).The music file formats that can be played back by this receiver are as follows:

Music

* The receiver does not play files encoded with DRM.

You can use the following Sony USB devices on this receiver. Other USB devices cannot be used on this receiver.

Verified Sony USB device

Notes• The receiver is unable to read data in NTFS format.• The receiver is unable to read data other than that

saved in the first partition of a hard disk drive.• Do not use USB devices other than these USB

devices. Operation of models not listed here is not guaranteed.

• Operation may not always be ensured even when using these USB devices.

• Some of these USB devices may not be available for purchase in certain areas.

• When formatting the above models, be sure to format using the model itself or the dedicated formatting software for that model.

• When connecting a USB device to the receiver, be sure to connect after the display “Creating Library” or “Creating Database” on the USB device has disappeared.

File format Extensions

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III)

“.mp3”

AAC* “.m4a”, “.3gp”, “.mp4”

WMA9 Standard* “.wma”

Compatible USB devices

Product name Model name

Walkman® NWZ-S754 / S755

NWZ-E453 / E454 / E455

NWZ-E353 / E354 / E355

NWZ-B133 / B135 / B133F / B135F

NWZ-B142 / B143 / B142F / B143F

NWD-E023F / E025F

NWZ-E435F / E436F / E438F

NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345

NWZ-S636F / S638F / S639F

NWZ-S736F / S738F / S739F

NWZ-A726 / A728 / A729 / A726B / A728B

NWZ-A826 / A828 / A829

NWZ-W202

NWZ-X1050 / X1060

NWZ-S744 / S745

NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445

NWZ-S543/ S544 / S545

NWZ-A844 / A845 / A846 / A847

NWZ-W252 / W253

NWZ-B152 / B153 / B152F / B153F

MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL / 8GL / 16GL

USM1GLX / 2GLX / 4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX

Operating the USB device

Product name Model name

V/v/B/b,

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2 Select “ Music”, then press or b.

When the USB device is connected, “USB” appears on the TV screen.

3 Press to select “USB”.You can operate the USB device using the remote control of the receiver.The information of music contents appear on the TV screen.

To select the playback modeYou can change the playback mode using the TOOLS/OPTIONS on the remote control.• Repeat: Off / One / All / Folder

To operate the USB device using the remote controlYou can operate the USB device using the following buttons on the remote control of the receiver.

Press USB or AMP before you use the following buttons.

* Hold down SHIFT and press this button.

Notes on the USB device• When USB cable connection is necessary,

connect the USB cable supplied with the USB device to be connected. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the USB device to be connected for details on the operation method.

• Do not connect the receiver and the USB device through a USB hub.

• When the USB device is connected, “Reading” appears.

• It may take about 10 seconds before “Reading” appears depending on the type of USB device connected.

• When the USB device is connected, the receiver reads all the files on the USB device. If there are many folders or files on the USB device, it may take a long time to finish reading the USB device.

• The receiver can recognize up to– 100 folders (including “ROOT” folder). – 100 audio files for each folder.– 8 folder levels (tree structure of files,

including “ROOT” folder).The maximum number of audio files and folders may vary depending on the file and folder structure.Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on a USB device.

• Compatibility with all encoding/writing softwares, recording devices, and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible USB device may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all.

./>

m/M, FOLDER +/–

X x

N

USB

AMP

SHIFT

Press Operation

N Starts play.

X Pauses play.

x Stops play.

m or M Fast reverses or forwards.

. or > Goes to the previous/next file.

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• Some time may be needed to start playback when:– the folder structure is complex.– the memory capacity is excessive.

• This receiver does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device.

• The playback order for the receiver may differ from the playback order of the connected USB device.

• Folders that have no audio files are skipped.• When playing a very long track, some

operations may cause playback delay.

USB message list

Recording using the receiverYou can record from an audio equipment (e.g., CD recorder) or video equipment (e.g., VCR, DVD recorder) using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording equipment.

1 Press one of the input buttons to select the playback equipment that you want to record.You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Prepare the playback equipment for playing.Example 1 (audio recording): Tune to the radio station you want to record.Example 2 (video recording): Insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR.

3 Prepare the recording equipment.Example 1 (audio recording): Insert a blank CD-R into the CD recorder and adjust the recording level.Example 2 (video recording): Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording equipment (connected to VIDEO 1 OUT jacks) for recording.

4 Start recording on the recording equipment, then start the playback equipment.

Notes• Some sources contain copyright protection to

prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able to record from the source.

• Only analog input signals are output from the analog output jack (for recording).

• HDMI sound cannot be recorded.• While only composite video signals are being

recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and interrupt the recording. In this case, set the “Auto Standby” to “OFF” (page 69).

Message and explanation

ReadingThe receiver is recognizing and reading information of the USB device.

Device ErrorThe memory of the USB device could not be recognized (page 46).

No SupportAn unsupported USB device is connected, an unknown device is connected, or theUSB device is connected through a USB hub (page 46).

No DeviceNo USB device is connected.

No TrackNo track was found.

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Listening to FM/AM radioYou can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, be sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 32).

TipThe tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 50).


2 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from the menu, then press or b.The FM or AM menu list appears on the TV screen.

1 Select “Auto Tuning”, then press or b.

2 Press V/v.Press V to scan from low to high, press v to scan from high to low.The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received.

In case of poor FM stereo reception1 Tune in the station you want to listen to

using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning (page 49), or select the preset station you want (page 50).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.3 Select “FM Mode”, then press or b.4 Select “MONO”, then press .

You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons.

1 Select “Direct Tuning”, then press or b.

Tuner Operations

Area FM AM

USA, Canada 100 kHz 10 kHz*

Europe 50 kHz 9 kHz

V/v/b, GUI MODE

MENU

TOOLS/OPTIONS

Numeric buttons

SHIFT

Tuning to a station automatically (Auto Tuning)

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2 Press SHIFT, then press numeric buttons to enter the frequency.Example 1: FM 102.50 MHzSelect 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 (b 0*)Example 2: AM 1,350 kHzSelect 1 b 3 b 5 b 0

* Press 0 for Europe model only.

TipAdjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning to an AM station.

3 Press .

If you cannot tune to a station“– – – .– – MHz” appears and then the screen returns to the current frequency.Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat step 2. If you still cannot tune to a station, the frequency may not be in use in your area.

(USA and Canada models only)

You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the receiver.


2 While holding down TUNING MODE, press ?/1 on the receiver.

3 Change the current AM tuning scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure above.

NoteAll preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale.

Presetting FM/AM radio stations (Preset Tuning)

You can store up to 30 FM and 30 AM stations as your favorite stations.

1 Tune to the station that you want to preset using Auto Tuning (page 49) or Direct Tuning (page 49).


3 Select “Memory”, then press or b.

4 Select a preset number, then press .The station is stored as the selected preset number.

Changing the AM tuning scale

?/1

TUNING MODE

V/v/B/b,

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5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store another station.You can store station as follows:• AM band: AM 1 to AM 30• FM band: FM 1 to FM 30

1 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from the menu, then press or b.

2 Select the preset station you want.Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.

1 On “ FM” or “ AM” screen, select the preset number which you want to name.


3 Select “Name Input”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a character, then press b.You can move the input position backward and forward by pressing B/b.

5 Repeat step 4 to input a character one by one, then press .The name you entered is registered.

Receiving RDS broadcasts(Europe model only)This receiver allows you to use Radio Data System (RDS), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular programming signal. This receiver offers convenient RDS features, such as Program Service name display. RDS is available only for FM stations.*

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same type of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details.

Simply select a station on the FM band.When you tune to a station that provides RDS services, “RDS” lights up and the Program Service name* appears on the TV screen and the display panel.

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a Program Service name will not appear.

Notes• RDS may not work properly if the station you

tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal or if the signal strength is weak.

• Some letters that can be displayed on the TV screen cannot be displayed on the display panel.

TipWhile a Program Service name is displayed, you can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly (page 74).

Tuning to preset stations

Naming preset stations (Name Input)

FM AM

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Selecting the sound fieldThis receiver can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from the receiver’s pre-programmed sound fields.

Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select the sound field you want.You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/HD-D.C.S. or MUSIC on the receiver.

You can switch the output sound to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver.

x 2CH ST. (2ch Stereo)The receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the subwoofer.Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel.

x A. DIRECT (Analog Direct)You can switch the audio of the selected input to 2 channel analog input. This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources.When using this function, only the volume and front speaker level can be adjusted.

NoteYou cannot select “A. DIRECT” when you select BD/DVD, GAME and USB as input.

The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to high fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound.

x A.F.D. AUTO (A.F.D. Auto)Presets the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects.However, for USA and Canada models, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signals.

x MULTI ST. (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers. However, sound may not be output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.

Enjoying Surround Sound

2 channel sound mode

SOUND FIELD +/–

Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode

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x HD-D.C.S.HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is Sony’s new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. It is based on precise response measurement data of a mastering studio. With HD-D.C.S., you are able to enjoy Blu-ray and DVD movies at home with not only the high quality of sound, but also the best sound ambience, just as the movie’s sound engineer intended in the mastering process.You can select the effect type for HD-D.C.S. For details, see “Surround Settings menu” (page 67).

x PLII MV (PLII Movie)Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1 channel for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.

x PLIIX MV (PLIIx Movie)Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding. This setting expands Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete 7.1 movie channels.

x PLIIZ (PLIIz Height)Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting increases flexibility to expand a 5.1 to a 7.1 channel system. Its vertical equipment gives a dimension of presence and depth.

x NEO6 CIN (Neo:6 Cinema) Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels.

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of concert halls into your home.

x HALL (Hall)Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

x JAZZ (Jazz Club)Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

x CONCERT (Live Concert)Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

x STADIUM (Stadium)Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.

x SPORTS (Sports)Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.

x P. AUDIO (Portable Audio)Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music.

x PLII MS (PLII Music)Perform Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

x PLIIX MS (PLIIx Music)Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

x PLIIZ (PLIIz Height)Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting increases flexibility to expand a 5.1 to a 7.1 channel system. Its vertical equipment gives a dimension of presence and depth.

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x NEO6 MUS (Neo:6 Music) Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.

x HP 2CH (HP (2CH))This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones (except “A. DIRECT”). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals.

x HP DIR (HP (Direct))This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when “A. DIRECT” is selected.Outputs the analog signals without processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc.

If you connect a subwooferThis receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel signal. However, the low frequency signal is not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” when all speakers are set to “Large”. In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the subwoofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.

Notes on sound fields• Depending on the speaker pattern settings,

some sound fields may not be available.• You cannot select PLIIx and PLIIz at the

same time.– PLIIx is available only when the speaker

pattern is set to a setting with surround back speaker(s).

– PLIIz is available only when the speaker pattern is set to a setting with front high speakers.

• The sound fields for music and movie do not work in the following cases.– DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High

Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

– “A. DIRECT” is selected.• “PLII MV”, “PLIIX MV”, “PLII MS”,

“PLIIX MS”, “PLIIZ”, “NEO6 CIN” and “NEO6 MUS” do not work when the speaker pattern is set to 2/0 or 2/0.1.

• When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “Large” in the Speaker Settings menu. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if– the digital input signal contains LFE

signals.– the front or surround speakers are set to

“Small”.– “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,

“PLIIX MV”, “PLIIX MS”, “HD-D.C.S.” or “P. AUDIO” is selected.

To turn off the surround effect for movie/musicPress SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select “2CH ST.” or “A.F.D. AUTO”.You can also press 2CH/A.DIRECT repeatedly on the receiver to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D. repeatedly on the receiver to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.

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Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats.

a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the format. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.

b)Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.

Digital audio formats supported by the receiver

Audio format Maximum number of channels

Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver

COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI

Dolby Digital 5.1 a a

Dolby Digital EX 6.1 a a

Dolby Digital Plusa) 7.1 × a

Dolby TrueHDa) 7.1 × a

DTS 5.1 a a

DTS-ES 6.1 a a

DTS 96/24 5.1 a a

DTS-HD High Resolution Audioa)

7.1× a

DTS-HD Master Audioa)b)

7.1× a

Multi Channel Linear PCMa) 7.1 × a

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Resetting sound fields to the default settingsBe sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation.


2 While holding down MUSIC, press ?/1.“S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display panel and all sound fields are reset to their default setting.

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?The “BRAVIA” Sync function allows communication between Sony products such as TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player, AV amplifier, etc. that supports the Control for HDMI function.By connecting Sony equipment that is compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows:• One-Touch Play (page 58)• System Audio Control (page 58)• System Power-Off (page 59)• Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 59)• Scene Select (page 60)

Control for HDMI is a mutual control function standard used by HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).

We recommend that you connect the receiver to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.

NoteDepending on the connected equipment, the Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment.

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Preparing for the “BRAVIA” SyncThe receiver is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function.• If your TV is compatible with the “Control

for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, you can set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver and playback equipment automatically by setting the Control for HDMI function on your TV (page 57).

• If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver, playback equipment and TV individually (page 57).

If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” functionThe Control for HDMI function of the receiver can be turned on simultaneously by turning on the Control for HDMI function of the TV.

1 Connect the receiver, TV and playback equipment via HDMI connection (page 23). (The respective equipment must be compatible with the Control for HDMI function.)

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and playback equipment.

3 Turn on the Control for HDMI function of the TV.The Control for HDMI function of the receiver and all the connected equipment are turned on simultaneously. When the setup is completed, “COMPLETE” will appear on the display panel.

For details on setup of the TV, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function


2 Select “ Settings” from the menu, then press or b.The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “HDMI”, then press or b.

4 Select “Ctrl for HDMI”, then press or b.

5 Select “ON”, then press .The Control for HDMI function is set to on.

6 Press GUI MODE to exit the GUI menu.If the GUI menu is displayed, the Control for HDMI function of the playback equipment will not work properly.

7 Set the Control for HDMI function of the connected equipment to on. If the Control for HDMI function is already set to on, you do not need to change the setting.For details on setting the TV and connected equipment, refer to the operating instructions of the respective equipment.

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Notes• Before you perform the “Control for HDMI-Easy

Setting” on your TV, be sure to turn on the TV and other connected equipment including the receiver first.

• If the playback equipment cannot function after you have made the settings for “Control for HDMI- Easy Setting”, check the Control for HDMI setting on your TV.

• If the connected equipment does not support the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”, but still supports the Control for HDMI, then you need to set the Control for HDMI function for the connected equipment before you perform the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” from the TV.

• If you have assigned the HDMI input to another input using “HDMI Assign” in HDMI menu, the One-Touch Play function is not available.

Playing back equipment with one-touch operation (One-Touch Play)

By a simple operation (one-touch), equipment connected to the receiver with Bravia Sync function start automatically. You can enjoy the sound/image using connected equipment.When you set “Pass Through” to “AUTO” or “ON”, sound and image can be output only from the TV while the receiver remains in standby mode.

When you start playback a connected equipment, the receiver and TV operation are simplified as follow:

Notes• Be sure that the System Audio Control function is

set to on using TV menu.• Depending on the TV, the start of the content may

not appear.• Depending on the settings, the receiver may not

turns on when “Pass Through” is set to “AUTO” or “ON”.

TipYou can also select a connected equipment, such as Blu-ray Disc/DVD player from the TV menu. The receiver and TV will automatically switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver (System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

You can also use the System Audio Control function as follows.• If you turn on the receiver while the TV is

turned on, the System Audio Control function will automatically activate to output TV sound through the speakers connected to the receiver. However, if you turn off the receiver, the sound will output from the TV speakers.

Turns on (if in standby mode)

Switches to appropriate HDMI input

Receiver and TV

Sets System Audio Control to on

• Turns on (if in standby mode)

• Switches to appropriate HDMI input

TV Receiver

Minimizes TV volume

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• When you adjust the TV volume, the System Audio Control function adjusts the receiver’s volume simultaneously.

Notes• If System Audio Control does not function

according to your TV setting, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “ON”, the “Audio Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu will set automatically based on the System Audio Control settings.

• If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV will momentarily loose the sound output.

Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power-Off)

When you turn the TV off, using the POWER button on the TV’s remote control, the receiver and the connected equipment turn off automatically.You can also use the receiver’s remote control to turn off the TV.

Hold down TV, then press TV ?/1.The TV, receiver and the equipment connected via HDMI are turned off.

Notes• Set the TV power supply interlock function to

“ON” before using the System Power-Off function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• Depending on the connected equipment, it may not be turned off. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)

Press THEATER or THEATRE on the remote control of the TV, or the Blu-ray Disc player, while pointing the remote control towards the TV.The sound field switches to “HD-D.C.S.”. To return to the previous sound field, press THEATER or THEATRE again.

NoteThe sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

TipThe sound field may revert to the previous field when you change the TV’s input.

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Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected scene (Scene Select)

The Scene Select function allows you to enjoy the optimum picture quality and switches the sound field according to the selected scene on your TV.For details on the operation, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

NoteThe sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE)

When you connect equipment to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch.

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input.You can also use the input buttons on the remote control.

2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on the receiver to select the audio input mode.The selected audio input mode appears on the display panel.• AUTO: Gives priority to digital audio

signals. If there are more than one digital connection, HDMI audio signals have priority. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected. When TV input is selected, priority is given to the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals. If your TV is not compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, the digital optical audio signals are selected.

• COAX: Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL jack.

• OPT: Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.

• ANALOG: Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.

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Notes• Some audio input modes may not be set up based

on the input.• When the USB input is selected, “------” appears on

the display panel, and you cannot change to other modes. Select another input, then set the audio input mode.

• When “A. DIRECT” is being used, audio input is set to “ANALOG”. You cannot select other modes.

• The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function does not work in the following cases.– Your TV is not compatible with the Audio

Return Channel (ARC) function.– “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”.– When you do not connect the receiver to the

ARC compatible TV’s HDMI jack via an HDMI cable.

Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)

You can reassign audio and/or video signals to another input when they are not currently being used.After you have reassigned the input jacks, you can use the input button (or INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver) to select the equipment you connected.

You can reassign the COMPONENT VIDEO and DIGITAL input jacks to other input if the default settings of the jacks do not correspond to your connected equipment. Example: When you connect the DVD player to the OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN and COMPONENT VIDEO SAT/CATV (IN 2) jacks. – Assign the OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN jack to

“BD/DVD”– Assign the COMPONENT VIDEO SAT/

CATV (IN 2) jacks to “BD/DVD”


2 Select “ Input”, then press or b.

3 Select the input name you want to assign.

4 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.The options menu appears.

5 Select “Input Assign”, then press or b.The “Input Assign” screen appears.

6 Select the audio and/or video signals you want to assign to the input which you selected in step 3 using V/v/B/b.

7 Press .

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Notes• You cannot assign other optical input to the inputs to which optical input jack is initially assigned.• When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically.• One reassignment is allowed for each input.

You can reassign the HDMI input jacks to other input if the default settings of the jacks do not correspond to your connected equipment.Example: When you connect the CD player to the HDMI SAT/CATV (IN 3) jack, assign “HDMI 3” jack to “SA-CD/CD”.

NoteBefore you reassign the HDMI input jacks, be sure to set “Ctrl for HDMI” to “OFF”.


2 Select “ Settings”, then press or b.The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “HDMI”, then press or b.

4 Select “HDMI Assign”, then press or b.

5 Select the HDMI jack you want to assign, then press .

6 Select the input name you want to assign, then press .

* Default setting

Input name BD/DVD GAME SAT/CATV VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/CD

Assignable video input jacks

COMP.1 a* a a a a a

COMP.2 a a a* a a a

CVBS – – a a* a* –

NONE a a* – – – a*

Assignable audio input jacks

BD COAX a* a a a a a

SAT OPT a a a* a a a

ANALOG – – a a* a* a*

NONE – a* – – – –

HDMI input assign

Input name BD/DVD GAME SAT/CATV VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/CD NONE

Assignable HDMI input jacks

HDMI 1 a* a a a a a a

HDMI 2 a a* a a a a a

HDMI 3 a a a* a a a a

HDMI 4 a a a a* a a a

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Using the Settings menuYou can adjust various settings for speakers, surround effects, etc. using the Settings menu.To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE” by following the steps in “To turn “GUI MODE” on and off” (page 39).


2 Select “ Settings” from the menu, then press or b to enter the menu mode.The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select the menu item you want, then press .Example: When you select “Auto Cal.”.

4 Select the parameter you want, then press .

To return to the previous screenPress RETURN/EXIT O.


Adjusting Settings

V/v/b, GUI MODE

MENU

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Settings menu list

Speaker Settings menuYou can adjust each speaker manually.You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed.

NoteThe speaker settings are only for the current seating position.

x SP Pattern (Speaker pattern)Select “SP Pattern” according to the speaker system which you are using. Select the speaker pattern before you perform Auto Calibration.

x Manual SetupYou can adjust each speaker manually on the “Manual Setup” screen. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed.

To adjust the speaker levelYou can adjust each speaker’s level (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

1 Select the speaker on the screen for which you want to adjust the level, then press .

2 Select “Lvl”.

3 Set the level of the selected speaker, then press .You can adjust the level from –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB intervals.

NoteWhen one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “Large”. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if– the digital input signal contains LFE signals.– the front or surround speakers are set to “Small”.– “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”, “PLIIX

MV”, “PLIIX MS”, “HD-D.C.S.” or “P. AUDIO” is selected.

To adjust the distance from the seating position to each speakerYou can adjust the distance from the seating position to each speaker (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

1 Select the speaker on the screen for which you want to adjust the distance from the seating position, then press

.

2 Select “Dist”.

3 Set the distance of the selected speaker, then press .You can adjust the distance from 1 m 0 cm to 10 m 0 cm (3 ft 3 in to 32 ft 9 in) in 10 cm (1 in) intervals.

TipYou can adjust the distance in 1 cm interval when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the measurement result.

Settings menu Description

Auto Cal. Sets the speaker level or distance and makes the measurement automatically (page 34).

Speaker Sets the speaker position manually (page 64).

Surround Selects the sound field and adjusts the surround effect you choose (page 67).

EQ Adjusts the equalizer (bass/treble sound) (page 67).

Audio Sets various sound items (page 68).

HDMI Makes settings for sound/images from equipment connected to the HDMI jacks (page 68).

System Makes settings for the system of the receiver (page 69).

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Notes• Depending on the speaker pattern setting, some

parameters may not be available.• This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is

being used.

To adjust the size of each speakerYou can adjust each speaker’s (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right) size.

1 Select the speaker on the screen for which you want to adjust the size, then press .

2 Select “Size”.

3 Set the size of the selected speaker, then press .• Large: If you connect large speakers that

will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “Large”. Normally, select “Large”.

• Small: If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “Small” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the bass frequencies of each channel from the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers.

NoteThis function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is being used.

Tips• The “Large” and “Small” settings for each speaker

determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers. However, since bass sound has a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut it, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “Large” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “Small”. If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “Large”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass levels.

• The surround back speakers will be set to the same setting as that of the surround speakers.

• When the front speakers are set to “Small”, the center, surround, and front high speakers are also automatically set to “Small”.

• If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers are automatically set to “Large”.

x Crossover Freq (Speaker crossover frequency)

Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of speakers that the speaker size has been set to “Small” in the Speaker Settings menu. Measured speaker crossover frequency is set for each speaker after the Auto Calibration.

1 Select the speaker on the screen you want to adjust, then press .

2 Adjust the value, then press .

x Test ToneYou can select the test tone type on the “Test Tone” screen.

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Tips• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time,

press MASTER VOL +/– or 2 +/–. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

• The adjusted value is shown on the TV screen during adjustment.

To output test tone from each speakerYou can output test tone from the speakers in sequence.

1 Select “Test Tone”, then press or b.

2 Adjust the parameter, then press .• OFF• AUTO: The test tone is output from each

speaker in sequence.

3 Adjust the speaker level, then press .

When a test tone is not output from the speakers• The speaker cords may not be connected

securely. Check to see if they are connected securely and cannot be disconnected by pulling on them slightly.

• The speaker cords may have short-circuit problem.

When a test tone is output from a different speaker than the speaker displayed on the TV screenThe speaker pattern set up is incorrect. Make sure that the speaker connections and the speaker pattern match correctly.

x D.Range Comp (Dynamic range compression)

Lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.• MAX: The dynamic range is compressed

dramatically.• STD: The dynamic range is compressed as

intended by the recording engineer.• AUTO: The dynamic range is applied

automatically with Dolby TrueHD source or other source is set to “OFF”.

• OFF: The dynamic range is not compressed.

Tips• Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the

dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal.

• “STD” is the standard setting, and enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend using the “MAX” setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression.

x Distance UnitLets you select the unit of measurement for setting distances.• FEET: The distance is displayed in feet.• METER: The distance is displayed in

meters.

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Surround Settings menuYou can select the sound field and adjust the effect level, etc. on the “Sound Field Setup” screen.For details on the sound field, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 52).

NoteThe setup items you can adjust on each menu vary depending on the sound field.

To adjust the effect type for HD-D.C.S.

1 Select “HD-D.C.S.”, then press or b.

2 Select the effect you want, then press .

HD-D.C.S. has three different types: Theater, Dynamic and Studio. Each type has different reflection and reverberation sound mixture levels and is optimized to match a listener’s room uniqueness, taste and mood.• Dynamic

Want to enjoy the sound effects to the full extent, just like at the movie theaters? Dynamic type emphasizes on the reflection sound. Without HD-D.C.S., many rooms are often somewhat reverberant but lack a spacious feeling. This type acoustically opens up those types of rooms and provides a spacious and dynamism feeling equivalent to a mastering studio.

• TheaterTheater type (default setting) mixes reflection and reverberation sound creating the characteristics of a mastering studio. Additionally, this type mixes in frequency characteristics that are often found in professional studios and movie theaters. It is ideal for watching movies in a listening room that has less reverberation.

• StudioIn Studio type, effects are kept to a minimum, while still providing a great theater experience. This type provides the accuracy of the original recording.

EQ Settings menuYou can use the following parameters to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of front speakers.• Bass• Treble

NoteThis function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is being used.

TipYou can also adjust the front speaker bass and treble level with TONE MODE and TONE on the receiver (page 9).

Level (dB)

Bass Treble

Frequency (Hz)

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Audio Settings menuYou can adjust settings for the audio to suit your preference.

x A/V Sync (Synchronizes audio with video output)

Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize the time gap between audio output and visual display.• ON (Delay time: 60 ms): The audio output

is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized.

• OFF (Delay time: 0 ms): The audio output is not delayed.

Notes• This function is useful when you use a large LCD

or plasma monitor or a projector.• This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is

being used.• The delay time may vary depending on audio

format, sound field, speaker pattern and speaker distance settings.

x Dual Mono (Digital broadcast language selection)

Lets you select the language you want when you listen to the dual audio of a digital broadcast when available. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.• MAIN/SUB: Sound of the main language

will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously.

• MAIN: Sound of the main language will be output.

• SUB: Sound of the sub language will be output.

x Night ModeLets you retain a theater-like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level.• ON• OFF

NoteThis function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is selected.

TipWhile this function is on, the Bass, Treble increase, and “D. RANGE” is automatically set to “COMP. MAX”.

HDMI Settings menuYou can make the required settings for equipment connected to the HDMI jack.

x Ctrl for HDMI (Control for HDMI)Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see “Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 57).• ON• OFF

NoteWhen you set “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON”, “Audio Out” may be changed automatically.

x Pass ThroughLets you output the HDMI signals to the TV even when the receiver is in standby mode.• ON: When the receiver is in the standby

mode, the receiver continuously outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack.

• AUTO: When the TV is turned on while the receiver is in the standby mode, the receiver outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack. Sony recommends this setting if you use a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible Sony TV. This setting saves power in the standby mode when compared with the “ON” setting.

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• OFF: The receiver does not output HDMI signals when the receiver is in the standby mode. Turn on the receiver to enjoy the connected equipment’s source on the TV. This setting saves power in the standby mode when compared with the “ON” setting.

Notes• This function is not available when “Ctrl for

HDMI” is set to “OFF”.• When “AUTO” is selected, it may take a little more

time for the image and sound to be output to the TV than when “ON” is selected.

• When the receiver is in standby mode, “A.STANDBY” appears on the display panel if “Pass Through” is set to “AUTO” or “ON”. However, “A.STANDBY” will disappear when “Pass Through” is set to “AUTO” and no signals are detected.

x Audio OutLets you set the HDMI audio signals from the playback equipment connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection.• AMP: The HDMI audio signals from the

playback equipment is only output to the speakers connected to the receiver. Multi channel sound can be played back as it is.

• TV+AMP: The sound is output from TV’s speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver.

Notes• The sound quality of the playback equipment

depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the number of channels, and the sampling frequency, etc. If the TV has stereo speakers, the sound output from the receiver is also in stereo as that of the TV, even if you play back multi channel source.

• When you connect the receiver to an image display equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP”.

• When you select the input that you have assigned the HDMI input, sound does not output from the TV.

x HDMI AssignLets you reassign the HDMI input jacks. For details, see “HDMI input assign” (page 62).

System Settings menuYou can customize the settings of the receiver.

x Auto StandbyLets you set the receiver switch to standby mode automatically when you do not operate the receiver or when there is no signals input to the receiver.• ON: Switches to standby mode after

approximately 30 minutes.• OFF: Does not switch to standby mode.

Notes• This function does not work when TUNER input is

selected.• If you use the Auto standby mode and the Sleep

Timer at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.

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Operating without connecting to a TVYou can operate this receiver using the display panel even if the TV is not connected to the receiver.

Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.The receiver is switched to front panel display mode.

1 Press AMP.

2 Press MENU.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu you want, then press

or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the setting you want, then press .

To return to the previous displayPress B or RETURN/EXIT O.


NoteSome parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display panel. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.

V/v/B/b,

GUI MODE

MENU

AMP

RETURN/EXIT O

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The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 70.

Overview of the menus

Menu [Display]

Parameters [Display]

Settings Default setting

Auto Calibration settings [<A. CAL>]

Auto Calibration (Standard) [STANDARD]

Auto Calibration (Custom) [CUSTOM]

FULL.FLAT, ENGINEER, FRONT.REF, OFF

ENGINEER

Level settings [<LEVEL>]

Test tonea)

[T. TONE]OFF, AUTO xxxb) OFF

Front left speaker levela)

[FL LVL]FL –10.0 dB to FL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

FL 0 dB

Front right speaker levela)

[FR LVL]FR –10.0 dB to FR +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

FR 0 dB

Center speaker levela)

[CNT LVL]CNT –10.0 dB to CNT +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

CNT 0 dB

Surround left speaker levela)

[SL LVL]SL –10.0 dB to SL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SL 0 dB

Surround right speaker levela)

[SR LVL]SR –10.0 dB to SR +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SR 0 dB

Surround back speaker levela)

[SB LVL]SB –10.0 dB to SB +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SB 0 dB

Surround back left speaker levela)

[SBL LVL]

SBL –10.0 dB to SBL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SBL 0 dB

Surround back right speaker levela)

[SBR LVL]

SBR –10.0 dB to SBR +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SBR 0 dB

Front left high speaker levela)

[LH LVL]LH –10.0 dB to LH +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

LH 0 dB

Front right high speaker levela)

[RH LVL]RH –10.0 dB to RH +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

RH 0 dB

Subwoofer levela)

[SW LVL]SW –10.0 dB to SW +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SW 0 dB

Dynamic range compression [D. RANGE]

COMP. MAX, COMP. STD, COMP.AUTO, COMP. OFF

COMP.AUTO

Speaker settings [<SPKR>]

Speaker pattern [PATTERN]

5/2.1 to 2/0 (20 patterns)

3/4.1

Front speakers sizea) [FRT SIZE]

LARGE, SMALL LARGE

Center speaker sizea) [CNT SIZE]

LARGE, SMALL LARGE

Surround speakers sizea)

[SUR SIZE]LARGE, SMALL LARGE

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Front high speakers sizea)

[FH SIZE]LARGE, SMALL LARGE

Front left speaker distancea)

[FL DIST.]FL 1.00 m to FL 10.00 m (FL 3’3” to FL 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

FL 3.00 m (FL 9’10”)

Front right speaker distancea)

[FR DIST.]FR 1.00 m to FR 10.00 m (FR 3’3” to FR 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

FR 3.00 m (FR 9’10”)

Center speaker distancea)

[CNT DIST.]CNT 1.00 m to CNT 10.00 m (CNT 3’3” to CNT 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

CNT 3.00 m (CNT 9’10”)

Surround left speaker distancea)

[SL DIST.]SL 1.00 m to SL 10.00 m (SL 3’3” to SL 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

SL 3.00 m (SL 9’10”)

Surround right speaker distancea)

[SR DIST.]SR 1.00 m to SR 10.00 m (SR 3’3” to SR 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

SR 3.00 m (SR 9’10”)

Surround back speaker distancea)

[SB DIST.]SB 1.00 m to SB 10.00 m (SB 3’3” to SB 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

SB 3.00 m (SB 9’10”)

Surround back left speaker distancea)

[SBL DIST.]

SBL 1.00 m to SBL 10.00 m (SBL 3’3” to SBL 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

SBL 3.00 m (SBL 9’10”)

Surround back right speaker distancea)

[SBR DIST.]

SBR 1.00 m to SBR 10.00 m (SBR 3’3” to SBR 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

SBR 3.00 m (SBR 9’10”)

Front left high speaker distancea)

[LH DIST.]LH 1.00 m to LH 10.00 m (LH 3’3” to LH 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

LH 3.00 m (LH 9’10”)

Front right high speaker distancea)

[RH DIST.]

RH 1.00 m to RH 10.00 m (RH 3’3” to RH 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

RH 3.00 m (RH 9’10”)

Subwoofer distancea)

[SW DIST.]SW 1.00 m to SW 10.00 m (SW 3’3” to SW 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)c)

SW 3.00 m (SW 9’10”)

Distance unit [DIST.UNIT]

METER, FEET METERd)

Front speakers crossover frequencye)

[FRT CRS.]

CRS. 40 Hz to CRS. 200 Hz (10 Hz interval)

CRS. 120 Hz

Center speaker crossover frequencye)

[CNT CRS.]


CRS. 120 Hz

Surround speakers crossover frequencye)

[SUR CRS.]


CRS. 120 Hz

Front high speakers crossover frequencye)

[FH CRS.]


CRS. 120 Hz

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a)Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters or settings may not be available.b)xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, LH, RH, SW).c)You can adjust the distance in 0.01 meter interval when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved

the measurement result.d)“FEET” for USA and Canada models.e)You can only select this parameter if your speaker is set to “SMALL”.f) You can only select this parameter if you select “HD-D.C.S.” as sound field.

Surround settings [<SURR>]

Effect levelf)

[EFFECT]DYNAMIC, THEATER, STUDIO THEATER

EQ settings [<EQ>]

Front speakers bass level [BASS]

BASS –10 dB to BASS +10 dB (1 dB interval)

BASS 0 dB

Front speakers treble level [TREBLE]

TRE –10 dB to TRE +10 dB (1 dB interval)

TRE 0 dB

Tuner settings [<TUNER>]

FM station receiving mode [FM MODE]

STEREO, MONO STEREO

Naming preset stations [NAME IN]

For details, see “Naming preset stations (Name Input)” (page 51).

Audio settings [<AUDIO>]

Synchronizes audio with video output [A/V SYNC]

SYNC OFF, SYNC ON SYNC OFF

Digital broadcast language selection [DUAL]

MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB MAIN

Digital audio input assignment [A. ASSIGN]

For details, see “Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)” (page 61).

Night mode [NIGHT M.]

NIGHT. ON, NIGHT.OFF NIGHT.OFF

Video settings [<VIDEO>]

Video input assignment [V. ASSIGN]

For details, see “Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)” (page 61).

HDMI settings [<HDMI>]

Control for HDMI [CTRL.HDMI]

CTRL ON, CTRL OFF CTRL ON

Pass Through [PASS.THRU]

ON, AUTO, OFF OFF

Audio out [AUDIO.OUT]

AMP, TV+AMP AMP

HDMI input assignment [H. ASSIGN]

For details, see “HDMI input assign” (page 62).

System settings [<SYSTEM>]

Auto standby mode [AUTO.STBY]

STBY ON, STBY OFF STBY ON

Naming inputs [NAME IN]

For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)” (page 42).

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To view the information on the display panelThe display panel provides various information of the receiver status such as sound field.

1 Select the input for which you want to check the information.

2 Press AMP, then press DISPLAY repeatedly.Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows.

Index name of the input* t Input you selected t Sound field currently applied t Volume level t Stream information**

When listening to FM and AM radioPreset station name* t Frequency t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

When receiving RDS broadcasts (Europe model only)Program Service name or preset station name* t Frequency, band and preset number t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

* Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station. Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered or it is same as the input name.

**Stream information may not be displayed.

NoteCharacter or marks may not be displayed for some languages.

TipYou cannot switch the display while “GUI MODE” is shown on the display panel. Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.

Reassigning the input buttonYou can change the default settings of the input buttons to suit the equipment in your system. For example, if you connect a Blu-ray Disc player to the SAT/CATV jack on the receiver, you can set the SAT/CATV button on this remote to control the Blu-ray Disc player.

NoteYou cannot reassign the TV, TUNER and USB input buttons.

1 While holding down the input button of which you want to change the assignment, hold down AV ?/1.Example: While holding down SAT/CATV, hold down AV ?/1.

2 With the AV ?/1 button held, release the input button.Example: With the AV ?/1 button held, release SAT/CATV.

Using the Remote Control

Numeric buttons

AV ?/1

Input buttons

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a)For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray Disc player or Blu-ray Disc recorder.

b)Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.

c)Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 3 setting which corresponds to VHS.

d)USA and Canada models only.e)Other models.

Resetting the input buttons

1 While holding down MASTER VOL – or 2 –, press ?/1 and INPUT or .

2 Release all buttons.The input buttons are reset to the default settings.

Categories Press

Blu-ray Disc player (command mode BD1)a)

1

Blu-ray Disc recorder (command mode BD3)a)

2

DVD player (command mode DVD1)

3

DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)b)

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VCR (command mode VTR3)c) 5

CD player 6

DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver)d)/Euro Digital Satellite Receivere)

7

MASTER VOL –/2 –

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Precautions

On safetyShould any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources• Before operating the receiver, check that the

operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• (USA and Canada models only) One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a qualified service shop.

On heat buildupAlthough the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

On placement• Place the receiver in a location with adequate

ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver.

• Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

• Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the receiver is being used in combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too close to that equipment, noise may result, and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna (aerial). Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna (aerial).)

• Use caution when placing the receiver on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

On operationBefore connecting other equipment, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.

On cleaningClean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Additional Information

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TroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.

The receiver is turned off automatically.

• “Auto Standby” is set to “ON” (page 69).• The Sleep Timer function is working

(page 14).

Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced.

• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format.

• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this receiver, make sure the digital audio output setting of the connected equipment is available.

• Set “Audio Out” to “AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu.

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Make sure you have selected the sound field for movie or music (page 52).

• Sound fields do not function when DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

There is no sound, or only a very low level sound is heard from specific speakers.

• Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the equipment may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound.

• Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog equipment, analog equipment requires both L and R jack connections. Use an audio cord (not supplied).

• Adjust the speaker level (page 64).• Make sure the center/surround speaker (s)

is (are) set to either “Small” or “Large”.• Check that the speaker settings are

appropriate for the setup using the Auto Calibration menu or “SP Pattern” in the Speaker Settings menu. Then check that sound is output from each speaker correctly, using “Test Tone” in the Speaker Settings menu.

• Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX logos.

• Check that the subwoofer is connected correctly and securely.

• Make sure you have turned on your subwoofer.

• Depending on the selected sound field, no sound will be available from the subwoofer.

• When all speakers are set to “Large” and “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” is selected, there is no sound from the subwoofer.

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There is no sound from a specific equipment.

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that equipment.

• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment.

• Check the INPUT MODE (page 60).• Check the setting of “Audio Out” in the

HDMI Settings menu (page 69).• Check that the equipment is connected

correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI.

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

• Sound may not be output from the receiver while the GUI appears on the TV screen. Press GUI MODE to select “GUI OFF”.

• Check that the “A. DIRECT” is not being used.

• Check that the selected digital audio input jack is not reassigned to other inputs (page 61).

There is no sound, no matter which equipment is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard.

• Check that all connecting cords are inserted to their input/output jacks for the respective jacks of the receiver, speakers and the equipment.

• Check that both the receiver and all equipment are turned on.

• Check that MASTER VOLUME control is not set to “VOL MIN”.

• Check that the SPEAKERS is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 9).

• Check that headphones are not connected to the receiver.

• Press MUTING or on the remote control to cancel the muting function.

• Try pressing the input button on the remote control or turning the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the equipment of your choice (page 41).

• The protective device on the receiver has been activated. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem, and turn on the power again.

There is severe hum or noise.• Check that the speakers and equipment are

connected securely.• Check that the connecting cords are away

from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a TV set or fluorescent light.

• Move your audio equipment away from the TV.

• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

• Check that the speakers and equipment are connected correctly and securely.

• Adjust the sound level parameters using the Speaker Settings menu.

When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no sound output from the TV.

• When the receiver enters into standby mode, sound is from the last HDMI equipment selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy.

• Make sure “Pass Through” is set to “ON” in the HDMI Settings menu if you connect equipment not compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the receiver (page 68).

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No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker.

• Check the setting of “Audio Out” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 69).

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI.

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.


• Sound may not be output from the receiver while the GUI appears on the TV screen. Press GUI MODE to select “GUI OFF”.

• Make sure the TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function.

• If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “Audio Out” settings in HDMI Settings menu to– “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the

sound from the TV speaker and receiver.

– “AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the receiver.

• When you connect the receiver to a video equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP”.

• If you cannot listen to the sound of the equipment connected to the receiver while TV input is selected on the receiver– Be sure to change the input of the

receiver to HDMI when you want to watch a program on the equipment connected via HDMI connection to the receiver.

– Change the TV channel when you want to watch a TV broadcast.

– Be sure to select the correct equipment or input you want when you watch a program from the equipment connected to the TV. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV on this operation.

Recording cannot be carried out.• Check that the equipment is connected

correctly.• Select the source equipment using the

input buttons (page 41).

No image appears on the TV.• Select the appropriate input using the input

buttons.• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.• Move your audio equipment away from

the TV.• Assign the equipment video input

correctly.• The input signal should be same as the

input function when you are up-converting an input signal with this receiver (page 30).

• When you use an HDMI-DVI conversion cable for the connection, the image may not be output correctly.

• Make sure that cables are correctly and securely connected to equipment.

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.

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No 3D image appears on the TV.• Depending on the TV or the video

equipment, 3D images may not be displayed.

When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no image output from the TV.

• When the receiver enters into standby mode, image is from the last HDMI equipment selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy.

• Make sure “Pass Through” is set to “ON” in the HDMI Settings menu if you connect equipment not compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the receiver (page 68).

Recording cannot be carried out.• Check that the equipment is connected

correctly.• Select the source equipment using the

input buttons (page 41).

The GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

• Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. If the GUI menu still does not appear on the TV screen, press MENU.

• Check that the TV is connected correctly.

The FM reception is poor.• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antennas (aerial) as shown below.

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.• Check that the antennas (aerials) are

connected securely. Adjust the antennas (aerials) and connect an external antenna (aerial), if necessary.

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak with automatic tuning. Use direct tuning.

• Make sure you set the tuning scale correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning) (page 50).

• No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations is used). Preset the stations (page 50).

• Press AMP, then press DISPLAY repeatedly on the remote control so that the frequency appears on the display panel.

RDS does not work.*• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM

RDS station.• Select a stronger FM station.

Tuner

Receiver

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

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The RDS information that you want does not appear.*

• The service may be temporarily out of order. Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question.

* Europe model only.

The sound is distorted.• Press MASTER VOL – or 2 – on the

remote control repeatedly.• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPhone/iPod to

“Off” or “Flat”.

The iPhone/iPod cannot be charged.• Check that the receiver is turned on.• Make sure the iPhone/iPod is connected

firmly.

The iPhone/iPod cannot be operated.• Check that you have removed the protect

case of the iPhone/iPod. • Depending on the contents of the iPhone/

iPod, it may take time to start playback.• Disconnect the iPhone/iPod and connect

the iPhone/iPod again.• You are using an unsupported iPhone/

iPod. See “Compatible iPod/iPhone models” (page 43) for the supported device types.

The ring volume of the iPhone does not change.

• Adjust the ring volume using the controls on the iPhone.

Are you using a supported USB device?

• If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following problems may occur. See “Compatible USB devices” (page 46) for the supported device types.– The USB device is not recognized.– File or folder names are not displayed

on this receiver.– Playback is not possible.– The sound skips.– There is noise.– A distorted sound is output.

There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound.

• Turn off the receiver and reconnect the USB device, then turn on the receiver.

• The music data itself contains noise, or the sound is distorted.

The USB device cannot be connected into the (USB) port.

• The USB device is being connected backwards. Connect the USB device in the correct orientation.

“Reading” is displayed for an extended time, or it takes a long time before playback starts.

• The reading process can take a long time in the following cases.– There are many folders or files on the

USB device.– The file structure is extremely complex.– The memory capacity is excessive.– The internal memory is fragmented.

Thus, we recommend following these guidelines.

– Total folders on USB device: 100 or less (including “ROOT” folder)

– Total files per folder: 100 or less.

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Erroneous display.• The data stored in the USB device may

have been corrupted.• The character codes that can be displayed

by this receiver are as follows:– Upper cases (A to Z)– Numbers (0 to 9)– Symbols (’ < > * + , – . / [ \ ] _ `)

Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

The USB device is not recognized.• Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the

USB device. Turn on the receiver again and reconnect the USB device.

• Connect the supported USB device (page 46).

• The USB device does not work properly. Refer to the USB device operating instruction on how to deal with this problem.

Playback does not start.• Turn off the receiver and reconnect the

USB device, then turn on the receiver.• Connect the supported USB device

(page 46).• Press N to start playback.

Audio file cannot be played back.• MP3 files in MP3 PRO format cannot be

played back.• The audio file is a multiple track audio file.• Some AAC files may not be played back

correctly.• WMA files in Windows Media Audio

Lossless and Professional format cannot be played back.

• USB device formatted with file systems other than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*

• If you use partitioned USB device, only audio files on the first partition can be played back.

• Playback is possible up to 8 levels (including “ROOT” folder).

• The number of folders has exceeded 100 (including “ROOT” folder).

• The number of files in a folder has exceeded 100.

• Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords, etc. cannot be played back.

* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instruction of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

The remote control does not function.• Point the remote control at the remote

control sensor on the receiver.• Remove any obstacles in the path between

the remote control and the receiver.• Replace all the batteries in the remote

control with new ones, if they are weak.• Make sure you select the correct input on

the remote control.

The Control for HDMI function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 23).• Make sure “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “ON”

in HDMI Settings menu.• Make sure the connected equipment is

compatible with the Control for HDMI function.

• Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected equipment. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

• When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”, the “BRAVIA” Sync does not work properly, even if the equipment is connected to the HDMI IN jack.

Remote control

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• The types and the number of equipment which can be controlled by the “BRAVIA” Sync are restricted in the HDMI CEC standard as follows.– Recording equipment (Blu-ray Disc

recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to 3 equipment

– Playback equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 equipment

– Tuner-related equipment: up to 4 equipment

– AV receiver (audio system): up to 1 equipment

The TV’s remote control cannot be used to control the connected equipment when using the Control for HDMI function.

• Depending on the connected equipment and TV, you may need to set up the equipment and TV. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment and TV.

• Change the input of the receiver to the HDMI input connected to the equipment.

If there is a malfunction, a message appears on the display panel. You can check the condition of the system by the message. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

PROTECTIrregular current is output to the speakers, or the receiver is covered and ventilation holes are blocked. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again.

USB FAILAn over current from the (USB) port was detected. This receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the iPhone/iPod or USB device, then unplug it and turn on the power again.

For other messages, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 38), “iPhone/iPod message list” (page 45) and “USB message list” (page 48).

Reference sections

Error messages

Clearing the memory

To clear See

All memorized settings page 33

Customized sound fields page 56

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Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (USA model only)With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 95 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Amplifier sectionUSA model1)

Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

95 W + 95 WStereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)

105 W + 105 WSurround Mode Output Power2) (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)

140 W per channel

Canada model1)

Minimum RMS Output Power(8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

85 W + 85 WStereo Mode Output Power(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)

105 W + 105 WSurround Mode Output Power2)

(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)140 W per channel

Europe model1)

Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

85 W + 85 WStereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)

100 W + 100 WSurround Mode Output Power2)

(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)140 W per channel

1)Measured under the following conditions:

2)Reference power output for front, center, surround, surround back and front high speakers. Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

Frequency responseAnalog 10 Hz – 70 kHz,

+0.5/–2 dB (with sound field and equalizer bypassed)

InputAnalog Sensitivity: 500 mV/

50 kohms S/N3): 96 dB (A, 500 mV4))

Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohmsS/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF)

Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF)

Output (Analog)AUDIO OUT Voltage: 500 mV/

1 kohmsSUBWOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm

EqualizerGain levels ±10 dB, 1 dB step

3)INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer bypassed).

4)Weighted network, input level.

FM tuner sectionTuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHzAntenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial)Antenna (aerial) terminals

75 ohms, unbalancedIntermediate frequency

10.7 MHz

Area Power requirements

USA, Canada 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Europe 230 V AC, 50 Hz

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AM tuner sectionTuning range

Antenna (aerial) Loop antenna (aerial)Intermediate frequency

450 kHz

Video sectionInputs/Outputs

Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohmsCOMPONENT VIDEO:

Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohmsPB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohmsPR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms80 MHz HD Pass Through

iPhone/iPod sectionDC 5V 1.0 A MAX

USB sectionSupported bit rate* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio

Layer-3):32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBRWMA: 48 kbps – 192 kbpsAAC: 48 kbps – 320 kbps* Compatibility with all

encoding/writing software, recording devices and recording media cannot be guaranteed.

Transfer speed Full-speedSupported USB device

Mass Storage ClassMaximum current 500 mA

GeneralPower requirements

Power consumption 240 WPower consumption (during standby mode)

0.3 W (When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”)

Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)430 mm × 157.5 mm × 322 mm (17 in × 6 1/4 in × 12 3/4 in) including projecting parts and controls

Mass (Approx.) 8.0 kg (17 lb 11 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Area Tuning scale

10 kHz step 9 kHz step

USA, Canada 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz

531 kHz – 1,710 kHz

Europe – 531 kHz – 1,602 kHz

Area Power requirements

USA, Canada 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Europe 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.

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Index

Numerics2 channel 525.1 channel 187.1 channel 18

AA.F.D. mode 52A/V Sync 68, 73AM 49Audio Out 69, 73Audio Settings 68, 73Auto Calibration Custom 71Auto Calibration Settings 71Auto Calibration Standard

71Auto Standby 69, 73Auto Tuning 49

BBass 67, 73Blu-ray Disc player 26BRAVIA Sync

preparing 57

CCable TV tuner 27Camcoder 29CD player 31Clear

memory 33remote control 75sound field 56

Connectionantennas 32audio equipment 31iPhone/iPod 28, 31speakers 20TV 22USB device 31video equipment 23

Control for HDMI 68Crossover frequency 65, 72

DDCAC (Digital Cinema Auto

Calibration) 34Direct Tuning 49Display panel 10Distance Unit 66, 72Dolby Digital EX 55Dual Mono 68, 73DVD recorder 29Dynamic range compression

66, 71

EEffect level 67EQ Settings 67, 73

FFM 49FM Mode 49, 73

GGUI (Graphical User

Interface) 39

HHDMI Settings 68, 73

IInput 41Input Assign 61INPUT MODE 60iPhone/iPod 43, 81

LLevel Settings 71LFE (Low Frequency Effect)

10

MManual Setup 64Menu 63, 71Message

Auto Calibration 38Error 83iPhone/iPod 45USB 48

Movie mode 52Music mode 53Muting 42

NName Input 42, 51Night mode 68

OOne-Touch Play 58Option menu 40

PPass Through 68, 73PlayStation 3 28Preset stations 50PROTECT 83

RRecording 48Remote control 13, 74Resetting 33

SSatellite tuner 27Scene Select 60Settings menu 63Sound field 52Speaker Pattern 33, 64, 71Speaker Settings 64, 71Super Audio CD player 31Surround Settings 67, 73System Audio Control 58System Power-Off 59System Settings 69, 73

86GB

STR-DH7204-262-412-12(2)


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TTest Tone 65, 71Theater/Theatre Mode Sync

59Treble 67, 73Tuner 49Tuner Settings 73TV 22

UUp converting 30USB device 46

VVCR 29Viewing information in the

display 74

87GB

STR-DH7204-262-412-12(2)


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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

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Multi Channel AV Receiver - Sony

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